Canal City Hakata Guide 2026: Fountain Show & Shopping
Discover Canal City Hakata in Fukuoka! Get the updated 2026 fountain show schedule, explore top stores like Alpen and ABC-MART, and maximize your tax-free shopping.
Canal City Hakata, Fukuoka
Fountain Show Schedule, Store Directory, & Shopping Guide
Photos & Written by ⓒMinimanimo
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This is Minimanimo, bringing you the best handpicked stories and tips from Japan!
You can't talk about a trip to Fukuoka without mentioning shopping!
While Tenjin and Hakata Station are great, this time I headed over to Canal City Hakata
to check out Alpen and the ABC-Mart.
The sheer scale of this place is absolutely mind-blowing—just walking around and window shopping
makes time absolutely fly by!
Today, I’m bringing you a complete guide to Canal City Hakata's famous fountain show schedule,
a floor-by-floor directory, and my personal shopping review!
Table of Contents | |
1 | Canal City Hakata: Essential Info |
2 | Exterior, Interior, and Floor Guide |
3 | Alpen Fukuoka |
4 | ABC-Mart Canal City |
5 | Canal City Hakata Fountain Show Schedule |
6 | Final Thoughts |
Canal City Hakata: Essential Info
📍Address | 1 Chome-2-2 Sumiyoshi, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0018 Japan |
⏰Hours | · Shops: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Restaurants: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM (Hours may vary by store) |
📞Phone | +81-92-282-2525 |
🚇Access | · Kushida-jinja-mae Station: 2-minute walk · Gion Station: 8-minute walk · Nakasu-Kawabata Station: 9-minute walk · Hakata Station: 12-minute walk · Tenjin Station: 17-minute walk |
💡Amenities | ATM / Coin Lockers / Wi-Fi Stroller Rental / Nursing Room / Duty-Free Shopping |
📍 Canal City Hakata
1-chōme-2-2 Sumiyoshi, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0018 Japan
Exterior, Interior, & Floor Guide
Canal City Hakata is
one of Fukuoka's most iconic mega-complex shopping malls.
It brings together shopping, dining, and even a movie theater all under one roof.
Its signature feature is the beautiful, winding canal
that runs right through the center of the complex!
They host a spectacular fountain show daily, and at night, the addition of music and brilliant lights
turns it into one of the best night view spots in Hakata.
Plus, it's super easy to get to—just a 10 to 15-minute walk from both Hakata and Tenjin Stations.
Canal City Hakata Floor Guide
Floor | Key Facilities / Highlights |
5F | Ramen Stadium |
4F | Cafes, Restaurants, Lifestyle Goods, Cinema |
3F | Fashion, Accessories, Lifestyle Goods |
2F | Fashion, Accessories, Lifestyle Goods |
1F | Fashion, Accessories, Lifestyle Goods |
B1F | Restaurants, Cafes, Bars |
Source: Canal City Hakata Official Website
Alpen Fukuoka
Alpen is
a massive Japanese retail chain specializing in sports and outdoor gear.
The Canal City branch is incredibly spacious,
bringing together everything from hiking, running, and golf
to soccer and baseball gear all under one roof.
While you can find many of these brands globally,
they carry Japan-exclusive releases and items at fantastic prices.
If you're a sports enthusiast, this is absolutely a must-visit spot!
ABC Mart Canal City
You might have run into ABC Mart elsewhere, but
the lineup here in Japan is on a whole different level.
With Japan-exclusive colorways and early-release models,
it's an absolute paradise for sneakerheads!
The Canal City branch is quite spacious,
fully stocked with popular brands like Nike, Adidas, New Balance, and Asics.
You'll find a fantastic, well-rounded selection here.
Canal City Hakata Fountain Show Schedule
At Canal City Hakata,
you can enjoy a spectacular dancing fountain show set to music every single day.
At night, they run the Canal Aqua Panorama—
a stunning production combining water screens, music, and light projections.
Right now, they're running a special Super Mario Galaxy Movie collab show,
making it an even more exciting spectacle!
⚠️ Times are subject to change without notice depending on local event conditions,
so be sure to double-check the official website before heading out!
4/17 (Fri) ~ 5/8 (Fri) | |
Daytime【10:00~17:30】 | Nighttime【18:00～22:00】 |
·10:00 Dancing Water (The Blue Danube) ·11:00 Special Dancing Water Vol. 13 (Songs from the film 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie') ·12:00 Dancing Water (Time To Say Goodbye) ·13:00 Special Dancing Water Vol. 13 (Songs from the film 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie') ·14:00 Dancing Water (Eine Kleine Nachtmusik) ·15:00 Dancing Water (Sing Sing Sing) ·16:00 Dancing Water (The Blue Danube) ·17:00 Special Dancing Water Vol. 13 (Songs from the film 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie') ·17:30 Dancing Water (Can't Take My Eyes Off You) | ·18:00 Dancing Water (Time To Say Goodbye) ·18:30 Special Dancing Water Vol. 13 (Songs from the film 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie') ·19:00 Dancing Water (Can't Take My Eyes Off You) ·19:30 Dancing Water (Time To Say Goodbye) ·20:00 Canal Aqua Panorama: Imagination (approx. 5 mins) ·20:30 Special Dancing Water Vol. 13 (Songs from the film 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie') ·21:00 Canal Aqua Panorama: GUNDAM SCRAMBLE in FUKUOKA (approx. 10 mins) ·21:30 Dancing Water (Time To Say Goodbye) 22:00 Dancing Water (Clair de Lune) |
5/9 (Sat) ~ 6/30 (Tue) | |
Daytime【10:00~17:30】 | Nighttime【18:00～22:00】 |
·10:00 Dancing Water (The Blue Danube) ·11:00 Special Dancing Water Vol. 13 (Songs from the film 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie') ·12:00 Special Dancing Water Vol. 14 ("Neyorokon" & "Pretty Boy") ·13:00 Special Dancing Water Vol. 13 (Songs from the film 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie') ·14:00 Dancing Water (Eine Kleine Nachtmusik) ·15:00 Special Dancing Water Vol. 14 ("Neyorokon" & "Pretty Boy") ·16:00 Dancing Water (The Blue Danube) ·17:00 Special Dancing Water Vol. 13 (Songs from the film 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie') ·17:30 Dancing Water (Can't Take My Eyes Off You) | ·18:00 Special Dancing Water Vol. 14 ("Neyorokon" & "Pretty Boy") ·18:30 Special Dancing Water Vol. 13 (Songs from the film 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie') ·19:00 Dancing Water (Can't Take My Eyes Off You) ·19:30 Special Dancing Water Vol. 14 ("Neyorokon" & "Pretty Boy") ·20:00 Canal Aqua Panorama: Imagination (approx. 5 mins) ·20:30 Special Dancing Water Vol. 13 (Songs from the film 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie') ·21:00 Canal Aqua Panorama: GUNDAM SCRAMBLE in FUKUOKA (approx. 10 mins) ·21:30 Dancing Water (Time To Say Goodbye) 22:00 Dancing Water (Clair de Lune) |
The Final Verdict
Canal City Hakata is a fantastic multi-complex where you can enjoy shopping, dining, and fountain shows
all in one place!
Grab a bowl of ramen at the 5th-floor Ramen Stadium,
browse around Alpen Outdoors or ABC Mart,
and wrap up the evening with the spectacular Canal Aqua Panorama
to wrap up a perfect day!
✔️ Easily accessible on foot from both Hakata and Tenjin
✔️ Credit card friendly & tax-free shopping available
✔️ Shopping + Dining + Fountain Shows all in one spot
Make sure to add Canal City Hakata to your Fukuoka itinerary!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours for the shops and restaurants at Canal City Hakata in Fukuoka?
Shops are open from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and restaurants from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM. Please note that some stores may have different operating hours.
What is the closest subway station to Canal City Hakata?
The closest station is Kushida-jinja-mae Station, which is a 2-minute walk away. It takes an 8-minute walk from Gion Station and a 12-minute walk from Hakata Station.
What time does the GUNDAM SCRAMBLE night fountain show start at Canal City Hakata?
GUNDAM SCRAMBLE in FUKUOKA starts at 9:00 PM. The show lasts for about 10 minutes and features a spectacular combination of a water screen, music, and lighting.
On which floor is the Ramen Stadium located inside Canal City Hakata?
Ramen Stadium is located on the 5th floor of the building. After your meal, it's a great idea to browse other stores like Alpen and ABC-MART on different floors.
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